Big smile: Ari has his sights set on another blue-ribbon day.
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In 2022, Ari Mazurczuk was named Master Tiny Tot, but was that enough? Of course not.
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Ari is back to defend his title at this year’s Shepparton Agricultural Show.
The competition is tough, with entrants aged three to five walking the stage, answering questions from judges and preparing their best smile for photos.
Last year’s champion: Ari with his rosette from 2022.
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Contestants are expected to come donned in their best spring fashion.
This year is different for Ari, as it will be his last opportunity to win, ageing out of the competition by next year’s show.
Ari’s mother, Rebecca Fortin, was a participant when she was younger and passed down her sash.
“I remember being in it [Tiny Tots] when I was little,” she said.
“I think, for me, just being part of the community is the best part of the show.”
Good ol’ days: A young Rebecca Fortin and her sister Shana Kreeck.
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At the end of the competition, a Master and Miss Tiny Tot are revealed, but Ari’s talents don’t end there.
Ari will also be entering his art and craft masterpieces into the show.
But his real passion is the carnival games that circle the grounds.
“I want to win the games they have there because that’s my favourite bit,” Ari said.
Head to the Shepparton Agricultural Show this weekend to see Ari and the other Tiny Tots contestants.
Awards: Rebecca Fortin’s sash and Ari’s rosette.
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Shepparton Agricultural Show
Dates: Friday, October 13 and Saturday, October 14
Times: 10am to 10pm both days
Location: Shepparton Showgrounds, corner of Thompson and High Sts, Shepparton
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